Occupational Therapist, Inpatient & Pediatrics- Flexible full time

Occupational TherapistNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$36.56-$54.85/hr

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Job Description

Provides occupational therapy services by evaluating patients, developing treatment plans, and using exercises and hands-on techniques to improve function and independence. Works closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals, documents patient progress, and helps train and mentor staff.

SCHEDULE: 32-hours per week

SHIFT: Days

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Integrates subjective and objective data to establish a treatment plan.
  • Utilizes exercise, physical agents, and manual techniques to address deficits.
  • Maintains a thorough record of services provided with appropriate coding and billing.
  • Communicates with other disciplines and referring providers to enhance outcomes.

Performs Thorough and Timely Electronic Documentation

  • Strengths in care delivery as evidenced by peer review feedback; consistently demonstrates advanced evaluation and treatment techniques
  • Participates actively in the PI and CQI process
  • Assists in the orientation, training and mentoring of new partners
  • Participates in cost saving initiatives within the department
  • Takes an active role in the performance improvement process

Maintain a high standard of patient care and provide effective communication between occupational therapists, assistants and the physician group

Plans and conducts lectures and training programs on occupational therapy and related topics for medical staff, students and community groups.

Education and/or Experience

Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy

  • CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE
  • Licensed as an occupational therapist in WI, IL or both if required
  • CPR/BLS required within 90 days of hire
  • NBCOT upon initial licensure only, as required

Level of Supervision

Some independent judgement is required, based upon scope of practice and within professional standards.

Pay Range

$36.56 - $54.85

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

  • Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • FSA/HSA Options
  • Generous, accruing paid time off
  • Paid Parental and caregiver leave
  • Career advancement and educational opportunities
  • Tuition and certification reimbursement
  • Certification Reimbursement
  • Well-being Programs
  • Employee Discounts
  • On-Demand Pay
  • Financial Education
  • Annual recognition/awards events
  • Partner appreciation days
  • Family entertainment/attractions discount

Community Service/improvement Opportunities

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At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

#1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50

  • One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
  • A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women

Key Responsibilities

The occupational therapist will evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and utilize manual techniques to improve patient function and independence. They are also responsible for documenting patient progress, mentoring staff, and participating in performance improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy and hold a valid license in WI or IL. Additionally, the role requires CPR/BLS certification and NBCOT registration upon initial licensure.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient evaluationTreatment planningClinical codingInterdisciplinary communicationStaff training

Pediatrics — Occupational Therapist Career Context

Of the 49 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 41% have no call, 78% require no weekends.

Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$95k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $95k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks28 jobs · 23 employers

401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
50%
Loan repayment
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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 5.1
Better work-life than 50% of Pediatrics (Occupational Therapy) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 679 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Living in Freeport

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$170k
Typical market rent
$960/mo
Residents’ average commute
16 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois

Hospitals and Health Care
Rockford, Illinois
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, Vision
Life & Disability Insurance
FSA/HSA Options
Generous, accruing paid time off
Paid Parental and caregiver leave
Tuition and certification reimbursement
Well-being Programs
Employee Discounts